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    Prototype
                     In this stage, tangible prototypes of the most promising ideas are created. Prototypes can be
                     simple and low-fidelity, focusing on testing key assumptions and gathering feedback. The goal is
                     to quickly and inexpensively test different solutions.

                     Test
                     This stage involves testing the prototypes with users and gathering feedback. The feedback is
                     used to refine the prototypes and iterate on the design. The goal is to identify the best solution
                     that meets the user's needs.

                     BENEFITS OF DESIGN THINKING

                     Design thinking offers numerous benefits for individuals, teams and organisations:
                         Innovation: Encourages creativity and new ideas by challenging assumptions and promoting
                         experimentation.

                         User-centricity: Focuses on the needs and experiences of the user, resulting in more effective
                         and satisfying outcomes.
                         Problem-solving: Offers a structured approach to break down complex problems into smaller,
                         manageable steps.

                         Collaboration: Fosters communication and teamwork across diverse teams, leading to better
                         and more innovative solutions.
                         Reduced risk: By testing and refining prototypes early, it helps identify and mitigate risks
                         before they become major issues.

                         Increased  efficiency: Streamlines  development by  concentrating  on user needs  and
                         eliminating unnecessary features.
                         Improved customer satisfaction: Results in higher customer  satisfaction  and loyalty  by
                         creating solutions that truly meet user needs.

                     CHALLENGES OF DESIGN THINKING
                     While design thinking offers numerous benefits, it also presents some challenges:
                         Time commitment: The process can be time-consuming because it involves a lot of research,
                         prototyping and testing.

                         Resource intensive: It  can require  a lot  of resources,  such as personnel, materials  and
                         equipment.

                         Cultural shift: Implementing  design  thinking often  needs  a  change  in  the  organisation’s
                         culture, focusing on collaboration, experimentation and putting users first.

                         Measuring success: It can be hard to measure the success of design thinking because its
                         impact might not be obvious right away.

                         Resistance to change: Some people or organisations may prefer traditional methods and
                         resist adopting the design thinking approach.

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